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Union claims victory as ministers agree to fully fund pay rise for teachers in England

National Education Union welcomes news that schools will not have to partly fund increase from their own budgets

The Guardian - UK · Sep 16

UK government’s new ‘class unit’ promises to tackle inequalities – but it’s a risky strategy

Inequality has been debated in British politics for decades, often with a reluctance to address class issues. Bridget Phillipson, the minister for women and equalities, thinks this needs to change. Announcing the government’s new class unit, she argued that Britain has been “squeamish about class for too long”.

The Conversation · Sep 16

Reform UK Turmoil as Welsh Leader Quits After Arrest and 3 Councillors Resign Amid Durham Chaos

Reform UK is facing renewed scrutiny after Welsh leader Dan Thomas resigned following his arrest and three Durham councillors quit amid allegations of bullying and chaos.

International Business Times UK · Sep 16

Cells for arrested offenders may run out without early prison release, says Labour

Bridget Phillipson says government would not have to consider releasing prisoners early if Tories had created more capacity

The Guardian - UK · Aug 29

Racism and sexism ‘becoming normal’ in UK, warns Bridget Phillipson

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The Independent UK · Aug 21

Bridget Phillipson accuses senior Reform and Conservative politicians of making racist statements

Equalities minister warns racism and sexism are ‘becoming normal’ in the UK

The Independent UK · Aug 21

Labour stalling on Jackdaw and Rosebank because ‘heart’s not really in it’, says Badenoch – as it happened

Conservative leader says it is essential decision on oil and gas fields made as soon as possible, despite widespread concerns about climate impact

The Guardian - UK · Aug 21

Racism and sexism have become normalised in Britain, says equalities minister

Exclusive: Bridget Phillipson says politicians have helped fuel hatred and that police are not taking violence against women and girls seriously enough

The Guardian - UK · Aug 20

Tice should apologise to firefighters for ‘enjoy it’ remark on extreme heat, says Labour

Exclusive: Bridget Phillipson’s comments show her party feels voters have been alienated by Reform net zero attacks

The Guardian - UK · Aug 19

Labour urges Gambling Commission to investigate firms linked to Reform UK donors

Bridget Phillipson writes to watchdog asking it to look into claims Tether.bet and Fispay operated without a licence

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18